the inclusion of *Born a Crime* by Trevor Noah in the syllabus of all New South Wales schools. The book is a funny, entertaining memoir of Trevor Noah's childhood in apartheid and post-apartheid South Africa, but it also contains powerful lessons for students that can promote understanding, empathy, and cross-cultural awareness. The book is a worthy choice for all Year 8 students because of the themes, language, and humour that it explores. The inclusion of *Born a Crime* is well-explained by its examination of identity and racism, two complex themes that are essential to discuss in the classroom. Trevor Noah, as the offspring of a white father and a Black mother, explores apartheid—a system of racial segregation—firsthand. The book invites readers to think about matters of race and identity, which is highly relevant in a multicultural country like Australia. Noah specifically says, "I was born a crime." When you tell people that you're half-white, half-black, they think of something beautiful, like a zebra. The metaphor of a zebra to describe mixed-race identity points out how society views racial mixing as something unusual rather than natural. The text's ability to discuss serious topics with humor and sensitivity will allow students to explore identity in a safe and thoughtful manner. Additionally, the book features great characters—especially Trevor's mother, who serves as a fantastic role model of strength and ethics. Trevor's journey with her offers insights into courage and the value of education. As Noah puts it, "My mother did what school couldn’t. She taught me how to think." This ironic line implies that real learning goes beyond formal education. Students can easily relate to characters like Trevor's mother, through whom they learn about family, sacrifice, and the importance of education—lessons relevant to all young readers. Finally, Trevor Noah's accessible writing style makes complex issues understandable for students of all reading levels. His use of humor, storytelling, and simple yet heartfelt language makes challenging topics more approachable. One memorable example is his statement, “Language defines you more than color to people.” Noah’s use of everyday language mixed with deeper themes helps students connect with the text and develop empathy for different perspectives. Overall, I believe *Born a Crime* is an excellent choice for the NSW curriculum, as it engages with crucial themes of identity, racism, and family through relatable characters and accessible language. It is not only an enjoyable read but also a text that challenges students to think critically about the world around them. Including this book in the curriculum will provide students with a meaningful literary experience that aligns with educational standards. Thank you for considering this proposal. I truly believe this book will resonate with students and help them construct a clearer picture of the complexities within our multicultural society.
sad piano vibes but a black man rapping in pain
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The emotional tone is deeply reflective and resonates with pain and struggle, yet there's an underlying note of resilience that aims to uplift through the narrative of overcoming adversity.
This song could be applied in educational settings, particularly in discussions around race, identity, and the impact of personal experiences within social contexts. It can be effectively used in workshops focused on empathy and understanding cultural backgrounds.
The song utilizes a blend of piano melodies that evoke a somber atmosphere, complemented by rhythmic, flow-driven rap verses. The contrast between the soft piano and the intensity of the lyrics creates a powerful emotional dichotomy, enhancing the storytelling aspect of the song.
**"If They Have Each Other"** (A Parody of *If We Have Each Other* by Alec Benjamin) *(Verse 1)* The world’s got money, they’ve got the power, They buy the laws and control the hour, While we’re just here working for crumbs, As they sit in mansions, their fortunes numb. They got the best schools, the finest clothes, While we’re stuck paying off loans and woes, But they tell us, “Don’t worry, it’s all okay,” As their wealth keeps growing, and we lose our way. *(Pre-Chorus)* But the world’s not perfect, but it’s not that bad, If they’ve got each other and all that they have. They keep us divided, but we’re holding on tight, To dreams that they’re selling, while they win the fight. *(Chorus)* When the world’s not perfect, when the world’s not kind, If they have each other, they’ll be just fine. They don’t see the struggle, they don’t know the pain, 'Cause they’ve got their empire, and they stay in the game. But when the world’s not perfect, when the world’s not fair, If they have each other, they won’t even care. *(Verse 2)* They throw us a bone, say it’s all we deserve, Then laugh in their clubs with their gold reserve, They’ll tell us to hustle, to pull up our boots, While they pass down their fortune and drink from the roots. The system’s rigged, but they don’t seem to mind, As they climb higher, leaving us behind. But they’ve got each other, that’s all that they need, While we keep on begging, just trying to feed. *(Pre-Chorus)* But the world’s not perfect, but it’s not that bad, If they’ve got each other, they’ve got what they had. They say, “Don’t worry, just trust in the plan,” But the only plan’s for the rich, man, for the rich, man. *(Chorus)* When the world’s not perfect, when the world’s not kind, If they have each other, then they’ll be just fine. They don’t see the struggle, they don’t know the pain, 'Cause they’ve got their empire, and they stay in the game. But when the world’s not perfect, when the world’s not fair, If they have each other, they won’t even care. *(Bridge)* Oh, if they have each other, they’ll never see the tears, They’ll keep pulling the strings while we face our fears. It’s a broken game, but they’ll keep playing, As we fight for a chance, while they keep swaying. *(Chorus)* When the world’s not perfect, when the world’s not kind, If they have each other, then they’ll be just fine. They don’t see the struggle, they don’t know the pain, 'Cause they’ve got their empire, and they stay in the game. But when the world’s not perfect, when the world’s not fair, If they have each other, they won’t even care. *(Outro)* If they have each other, they’ll never look back, While we’re left to survive in this world they’ve cracked. It’s not perfect, no, it’s not kind, But if they have each other, they’ll never be blind. mmm, mmm, mmm
[Intro] Shadows cast long, memories hazy, Corruption thick, vision’s a bit hazy. [Verse 1] Politicians puppets yanked by strings, Media spins webs that never bring. Truth buried deep under gold and lies, Eyes wide shut, the real world's disguise. [Verse 2] Streets of despair, corners whisper pain, Rights sold off, freedom down the drain. News channels show a world pre-made, Opinions for sale, in the shade, they parlayed. [Chorus] Dark days, bright minds, keep spirits true, Don’t believe the hype, see what's real in you. Truth's a hidden gem, dig with gritty hands, Stand firm, stand tall, make your own stand. [Bridge] Foggy nights, dreams seem delayed, Pawns in a game, pieces played and swayed. Knowledge power, break through the haze, Ignite the fire, truth in the maze. [Verse 3] Censorship thick, voices choked, Heads nodding off with lies they spoke. Wake and rise, blindfold unhook, Wisdom's light, in every overlooked book.
Every moment spent beneath the moonlight Whispers of your name dance in the night With every heartbeat I can feel the spark You're the rhythm baby lighting up my dark You're the melody that plays in my heart The sweetest tune that life could ever start With every note I know it's true The reason why I love you is written in the stars too Through the storms and the gentle rain You’re the sunshine breaking through my pain In a crowded room I hear your song A symphony guiding me where I belong You're the melody that plays in my heart The sweetest tune that life could ever start With every note I know it's true The reason why I love you is written in the stars too Oh let the universe conspire To keep our flames forever higher Together we'll dance unafraid to fall In this cosmic
The Ballad of the Aldbury 2024 Verse 1 Oh, gather ‘round and lend an ear, To tales of Aldbury’s finest year! With mishaps grand and stories tall, We’ll sing and laugh about them all. Chorus Oh, Aldbury’s a village where the fun won’t stop, From Heathrow keys to a Ryanair flop. We’ve got cracked hips, vodka sips, and candles that fail, It’s Aldbury life—let’s raise a pale! Verse 2 Rob Ray left his car a-runnin’, Three and a half hours, now ain’t that somethin’? Steve Webb’s keys, they went astray, In Heathrow’s car park while he flew away! Chorus Oh, Aldbury’s a village where the fun won’t stop, From Heathrow keys to a Ryanair flop. We’ve got cracked hips, vodka sips, and candles that fail, It’s Aldbury life—let’s raise a pale! Verse 3 At Christmas dinner, the jollies ran high, But five caught Covid, oh my, oh my! Sandra and Jeff saw fists take flight, As their Ryanair plane made a mid-air fright. Verse 4 David Demmery, he took a spill, On a blue ski slope, now he’s sitting still. And Annie packed shoes that didn’t twin, She’s walking through Cornwall in quite a spin ! Chorus Oh, Aldbury’s a village where the fun won’t stop, From Heathrow keys to a Ryanair flop. We’ve got cracked hips, vodka sips, and candles that fail, It’s Aldbury life—let’s raise a pale! Verse 5 Now George won’t leave his mortar and pestle, He grinds his spices with tourist hustle. Nikki Sharp left Dobbies unpaid, With Mum in tow, it’s a daring escapade! Verse 6 Barbara saw Clooney, right there in the ‘Ridge, While filming scenes by Ashridge Bridge. Rob took a hot run, then guzzled down, Sally’s vodka—oh, how he frowned! Chorus Oh, Aldbury’s a village where the fun won’t stop, From Heathrow keys to a Ryanair flop. We’ve got cracked hips, vodka sips, and candles that fail, It’s Aldbury life—let’s raise a pale! Verse 7 And Jeff lit a candle, “It’s volcanic!” he claimed, But it just burned plain, with no lava to flame. Oh, Aldbury’s folk are quirky and fine, In 2024, they’ve had quite the time. Final Chorus Oh, Aldbury’s a village where the fun won’t stop, From Heathrow keys to a Ryanair flop. With mishaps and laughter, we’ve told what we think, Here’s to Aldbury life—let’s raise a drink !
[ocean_sounds] Strophe: Auf unserem Teller, da tanzt das Leben, woanders stillt der Regen nur den Staub. Unser Hunger gestillt, vom Buffet alles nehmen. Schmeiß weg die Reste, doch sie essen, das ist Raub. Der volle Teller glänzt und lockt. Unser Reichtum ruht - lassen wir uns nicht blenden - Auf den staubigen hohlen Händen Des angelockten Sündenbocks Refrain: Wie sollen wir schlafen, bei diesen Schreien? Wer sind unsere Kinder, wenn sie nicht teilen? Was bleibt von der Welt, wenn wir sie totschweigen? So nah, wir hören es lodern, das FEUER!!!!!!! Doch ihre verbrannten Gesichter sind uns nicht geheuer. Haben kein Wasser zu verschenken dafür ist's zu teuer. Strophe: Apropo diese Sündenböcke die tragenden Hände, voll von Dreck Wir wählen, Donald, Elliss, Höcke Die stoßen diese dann lässig weg Wie kann man nur so seine Seele verkaufen? Wir zähln Kalorien und sie Krümel zum teilen. Säcke voll Schuhen während sie barfuß laufen. Wir bauen nen Pool, während sie dursten und leiden. (Refrain) Strophe: Wie kann man sich trauen ein Urteil zu fällen? Sie wollen nicht gehen, doch wir fällen die Bäume. Es geht um Menschen? Man spricht nur von Wellen. Bei einem Himmel aus Asche ist kein Platz mehr für Träume. Sie steigen in ein Boot aus Angst Fahren über ein Meer aus Tränen. Du sagst: Ist doch nix wofür du was kannst. Muss man das denn immer erwähnen? (Refrain) Outro: Würden wir diese Welt durch ihre Augen sehen: - - [Break] Mir fehlt die Kraft diese Wege zu gehen. Warum bleiben sie stumm, ham doch so viel zu geben? Nun hört unsere Schreie, mein Kind, das will leben. Sie wollen nicht, dass wir das überstehen! Hatte lange Geduld, spüre Wut in mir beben. Wenn ihr es nicht gebt, dann werd ichs uns nehmen Ich werd euch den goldenen Teller umdrehen. - - - [Break] Zurück vom Tellerrand, muss noch den Rasen mähn, kurz was essen und Fernsehn - Ist es wohl ein Problem? Im Anschluss - - mit vollem Magen noch im Wellenbad schwimmen zu gehen? [Ocean_sounds]
F*ck this sh*t, I'm done with the stress, Three real friends, but I'm feelin' the mess, Bitches talk slick, but they ain't on my flex, Thug life heavy, man, I’m feelin' the hex. (Verse 1) Wake up in the mornin', head full of pain, Lookin’ at my life, man, it’s all just a game, Niggas actin' fake, but I see through the frame, Ballin' with my crew, but they feelin' the same. Clouds over my head, sh*t’s weighin’ me down, Smile on my face, but inside I might drown, Flexin’ on the gram, but I’m lost in the sound, Feelin' so low, got me actin’ like a clown. (Chorus) F*ck this sh*t, I’m done with the stress, Three real friends, but I’m feelin' the mess, Bitches talk slick, but they ain't on my flex, Thug life heavy, man, I’m feelin' the hex. (Verse 2) Lil MK, yeah, he knows what it is, Ridin' through the city, just me and my biz, Countin’ all my blessings, but I'm losin' the fizz, F*ck a fake smile, man, I’m deep in the quiz. Nights get cold when you roll with the fam, Got my heart on my sleeve, can't give a damn, Livin’ in this struggle, gotta rise like a ram, But these bitches in the way, got me feelin’ the scam. (Chorus) F*ck this sh*t, I'm done with the stress, Three real friends, but I'm feelin' the mess, Bitches talk slick, but they ain't on my flex, Thug life heavy, man, I’m feelin' the hex. (Bridge) Ain’t no time for games, if you don’t ride, Keep it real, keep it tight, man, I’m done with the slide, Life’s a b*tch, but I’m still gonna glide, With my three real ones, we’ll conquer the tide. (Outro) So f*ck this sh*t, I’m takin’ a stand, Life's a carnival, but I'm done with the band, Three real friends, yeah, you know we demand, We’ll rise from the ashes, together we’ll land. (Chorus) F*ck this sh*t, I’m done with the stress, Three real friends, but I’m feelin' the mess, Bitches talk slick, but they ain't on my flex, Thug life heavy, man, I’m feelin' the hex.
We don't talk about DreamTaunter no no no Created on the 2nd day of August 2022 We don't talk about DreamTaunter... BUT! It was trainee-selection day (It was the trainee-selection day) We were getting ready and there wasn't a rulebreaker in general (No rulebreaker in general allowed)
[Verse] In the glow of city nights You and I like guiding lights Caught in laughter lost in dreams Together we’re a perfect theme [Verse 2] Every glance and every touch Makes me feel I've got so much Whispered words across the air With you I feel beyond compare [Chorus] Bscota oh my heart's delight With you I fly to endless heights Through the storms and through the calm You’re my shelter you’re my balm [Verse 3] Morning sun and twilight's glow In your eyes my love will show Like a dance beneath the stars Bscota you’re my favourite far [Bridge] Hand in hand through life's parade None can break what we have made Your smile it lights up every day With you I’ll never lose my way [Chorus] Bscota oh my heart's delight With you I fly to endless heights Through the storms and through the calm You’re my shelter you’re my balm
[Verse] We all got dreams we wanna chase In every heart a different place But when we sing in harmony We find a way to be truly free [Chorus] Everyone oh everyone Join the beat feel the sun Hands together hearts in time Making magic you'll be fine [Verse 2] From the mountains to the sea Voices rise in unity In each word a spark of light Creating stars in the night [Chorus] Everyone oh everyone Join the beat feel the sun Hands together hearts in time Making magic you'll be fine [Bridge] Raise your voice don't be shy Love's a language never dies Every note we all belong In this world of endless song [Chorus] Everyone oh everyone Join the beat feel the sun Hands together hearts in time Making magic you'll be fine
